LightIndoors, place beside a brightly lit window. Outside, place in partial shade until the cactus becomes accustomed to direct sunlight.

WaterTake care not to let the soil go completely dry; it should be slightly moist. Indoors, watering once a month may be sufficient, but outdoors may require more frequent watering.

CuddlesCacti are innately self-conscious about their prickly appendages, and require love and cuddles. This helps them accept their cacti-ness and grow unhindered. Cuddles are as vital as the nutrients in the soil. If your cacti is withering despite proper lighting and watering, try administering a healthy dose of cuddles two times a day for several weeks.